LEADERS OF TODAY: Women of Inspiration Celebration 2025, Presented by Bouchier, Celebrates Female Leadership on International Women’s Day
Fort McMurray, Alberta – October 03, 2024 – Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta, in partnership with Bouchier, is proud to present the Leaders of Today: Women of Inspiration Celebration 2025 under the theme Waves of Change: Charting the Path to Inspiration. The two-day event kicks off on Friday, March 7, 2025, with a Girls Empowerment Mini Gala for girls ages 9-15 at Unifor Local 707A, followed by the main gala on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Shell Place, MacDonald Island, in celebration of International Women’s Day.
Waneek Horn-Miller, Mohawk Olympian, Advocate, Mother, and Motivator, will headline the event, unpacking the notion of ‘leadership’ by sharing her powerful journey and insights on decision-making, resilience, and navigating challenges. Her message will inspire attendees to embrace change, lead with courage, and use their voices to create a positive impact. At the mini-gala, Waneek will empower girls by addressing leadership, confidence, and teamwork.
“Waneek’s story reflects our mission to inspire girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Charting the path to inspiration is a dynamic and non-linear process,” said Nanase Tonda, Executive Director of Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta. “Her journey of overcoming challenges and leading with resilience will encourage many more girls to pursue their goals, take risks, and drive change. Together with Bouchier, we trust that her keynote will amplify the waves of change initiated by the five Women of Inspiration in our community and inspire many others to join in creating meaningful action.”
To learn more about Waneek Horn-Miller, please visit her website.
Since 2012, Women of Inspiration has been the signature, mission-driven award program of Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta, highlighting local women who break gender stereotypes, drive positive change, and advocate for the rights of women and girls. In 2019, Girls Inc. entered a multi-year partnership with Bouchier to expand the series under the theme “You can’t be what you can’t see.” The partnership was renewed in April 2024 with a new theme: “Waves of Change: Charting the Path to Inspiration.”
Each year, the event celebrates inspirational local women role models across various sectors and professions in the Wood Buffalo region. For 2025, five prestigious awards will be presented:
- Ground Breaker
- Visionary
- Wholistic Power
- Hidden Gem
- Transformer
For over a decade, Bouchier has proudly strengthened a strong partnership with Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta. “This collaboration underscores our commitment to empowering women and girls in the region,” says Nicole Bourque-Bouchier, co-owner and CEO of Bouchier. “Through programs like Women of Inspiration, we honour local women whose achievements inspire young females to be strong, smart, and bold, highlighting the crucial role of positive role models for future generations.”
Tickets for Leaders of Today: Women of Inspiration Celebration 2025 are now on sale. (Early bird sales end on December 20, 2024).
- Early Bird individual tickets: $190.96 (fees included)
- Early Bird pair of tickets: $360.91 (fees included)
- Early Bird table of 10: $1,775.93 (fees included)
Regular pricing (starting December 21, 2024):
- Individual ticket: $217.00 (fees included)
- Pair of tickets: $410.13 (fees included)
- Table of 10: $2,018.10 (fees included)
All tickets are transferable and refundable if the event is cancelled. Sponsorship opportunities are currently being reviewed by the first right of refusal holders. Confirmed partners to date include Bouchier, Nisto Consulting, Cass & Nat Event Planning, Interpipeline, Pembina, and Cmplitzy.
Sponsorship and Media Opportunities Contact: Stephanie Myrick, Communications & Development Lead, communications@girlsincofnorthernalberta.org 780-790-9236
